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duncana's review
adventurous
hopeful
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
I really enjoyed this story. The characters were loveable and the story full of suspense. The only thing keeping me from giving it 5 stars is some grammar issues and a little repetitiveness. This was a delightful and fun read.
_distracted_by_books_'s review
3.75
Liked the book, at 75% in I just started reading dialogue only because it was just too much information. I will eventually continue the series.
heabooknerd's review
5.0
After reading the prequel novella I was really excited to jump into STROKE THE FLAME and I loved this one! After a very blah reading day where I couldn't get into any books, I dived right into the HER ELEMENTAL DRAGONS series and I'm so invested in finding out what happens next for Kira and her men.
I loved the world-building in this and I found the history of the Gods and the Dragons so interesting. It's all well developed while also being easy to understand and follow. I'm very curious to see how Kira's powers develop as she bonds with each man and gains their elemental power.
STROKE THE FLAME is told primarily from Kira's POV but it also includes chapters from each of the men and this really helped to get to know everyone. I enjoyed Kira as our heroine; she's brave, smart, and courageous. She's been given the monumental task of defeating the current corrupt Black Dragon and becoming the new representative of the Gods. And on top of all that she's expected to bond with four strangers who have been chosen as her mates: Jasin the cocky soldier, Auric the scholarly Prince, Slade the quiet blacksmith, and Reven the mysterious assassin.
To gain all their powers and become the Dragons, the group must travel to each of the Gods' temples and once there, Kira will have to bond with the mate who represents that element. STROKE THE FLAME is focused on the Fire God and his chosen mate, Jasin, a soldier in the Onyx Army. Jasin is a charming ladies' man whose confidence is never lacking, but he's also become disillusioned by the Army's mission. Though the focus is on Jasin, there's still a lot of development between Kira and the other men, especially Auric whose book is next.
While each of the men felt compelled to find Kira and their attraction to her is pretty instantaneous they can still walk away. I will say that each of the men becomes devoted to Kira and the task the Gods have given them very quickly and they're all falling for Kira fast but this personally doesn't bother me as a reader. And I did appreciate that even though feelings are coming in fast, the characters are still grappling with their changing lives, jealousy over sharing Kira, and distrust over each man's past and intentions. The heat is a bit lower and Kira only has sex with Jasin but I can tell that the heat will grow over the series as she builds her connection with each of the guys.
Content Warning: a side character with an abusive father; past death of family
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Favorite Quotes:
"The Fire God might have given me these powers, but you gave me purpose. You gave me something to fight for. And I care about you more than you know."
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I loved Kira. I’d known for a while now, maybe since our first kiss, maybe even before that. I could tell she cared for me too, but I wasn’t sure she was ready to hear those words yet or speak them back to me. It didn’t matter though, because I felt the love between us every time we touched, like an everlasting flame that flickered but would never die.
I loved the world-building in this and I found the history of the Gods and the Dragons so interesting. It's all well developed while also being easy to understand and follow. I'm very curious to see how Kira's powers develop as she bonds with each man and gains their elemental power.
STROKE THE FLAME is told primarily from Kira's POV but it also includes chapters from each of the men and this really helped to get to know everyone. I enjoyed Kira as our heroine; she's brave, smart, and courageous. She's been given the monumental task of defeating the current corrupt Black Dragon and becoming the new representative of the Gods. And on top of all that she's expected to bond with four strangers who have been chosen as her mates: Jasin the cocky soldier, Auric the scholarly Prince, Slade the quiet blacksmith, and Reven the mysterious assassin.
To gain all their powers and become the Dragons, the group must travel to each of the Gods' temples and once there, Kira will have to bond with the mate who represents that element. STROKE THE FLAME is focused on the Fire God and his chosen mate, Jasin, a soldier in the Onyx Army. Jasin is a charming ladies' man whose confidence is never lacking, but he's also become disillusioned by the Army's mission. Though the focus is on Jasin, there's still a lot of development between Kira and the other men, especially Auric whose book is next.
While each of the men felt compelled to find Kira and their attraction to her is pretty instantaneous they can still walk away. I will say that each of the men becomes devoted to Kira and the task the Gods have given them very quickly and they're all falling for Kira fast but this personally doesn't bother me as a reader. And I did appreciate that even though feelings are coming in fast, the characters are still grappling with their changing lives, jealousy over sharing Kira, and distrust over each man's past and intentions. The heat is a bit lower and Kira only has sex with Jasin but I can tell that the heat will grow over the series as she builds her connection with each of the guys.
Content Warning: a side character with an abusive father; past death of family
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Favorite Quotes:
"The Fire God might have given me these powers, but you gave me purpose. You gave me something to fight for. And I care about you more than you know."
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I loved Kira. I’d known for a while now, maybe since our first kiss, maybe even before that. I could tell she cared for me too, but I wasn’t sure she was ready to hear those words yet or speak them back to me. It didn’t matter though, because I felt the love between us every time we touched, like an everlasting flame that flickered but would never die.
amybraunauthor's review
5.0
I don't think I'll ever get over how weird a genre reverse harem is, but this is a fun, sexy book that was exactly as I expected it to be. The chemistry between the leads is engaging, the relationships complex, and the romance enticing.
The world and lore is what I anticipated, but I love elemental magic systems and dragons so it suited me just fine. All of the characters are different and unique, each with their own secret and varied approach to Kira. While I loved Jasin's flirty nature and Auric's sweetness, I found myself way more interested in Slade and Reven. I hope they get more complicated as the series progresses.
The romance is steamy and fun, and Kira is an easy to follow hero. The story moves at a good clip and is a great book to dive into for anyone who wants a fast, simple, adventurous and sexy read.
The world and lore is what I anticipated, but I love elemental magic systems and dragons so it suited me just fine. All of the characters are different and unique, each with their own secret and varied approach to Kira. While I loved Jasin's flirty nature and Auric's sweetness, I found myself way more interested in Slade and Reven. I hope they get more complicated as the series progresses.
The romance is steamy and fun, and Kira is an easy to follow hero. The story moves at a good clip and is a great book to dive into for anyone who wants a fast, simple, adventurous and sexy read.
lindsey240's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
milliejade2110's review
adventurous
lighthearted
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
mamahest's review
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
sandidev's review
5.0
Great first in series
I really enjoyed this book. I liked Kira as a main character. She is a strong character that fight for herself and protects those she cares about.
The action was well written and the pace of the book flowed well.
There wasn’t a cliffhanger but still left you looking forward to the next book in the series. I definitely recommend this book.
I really enjoyed this book. I liked Kira as a main character. She is a strong character that fight for herself and protects those she cares about.
The action was well written and the pace of the book flowed well.
There wasn’t a cliffhanger but still left you looking forward to the next book in the series. I definitely recommend this book.